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Rakuten Viki, the global streaming destination for Asian entertainment, expands its Korean drama lineup with A Bona Fide Killer. The suspense-filled series follows an ordinary working mother who secretly lives as a legendary assassin, blending action, family drama and mystery in an unexpected story of identity and survival.
Based on the popular Kakao webtoon with a cumulative 180 million views, A Bona Fide Killer follows Yoo Bo-na (Kong Hyo Jin), a devoted wife and mother who appears to lead an unremarkable life with her husband, newspaper reporter Kwon Tae-seong (Jung Jun Won), and their young daughter. Unknown to her family, however, Bo-na is “Kingfisher,” a legendary sniper working for a covert organization tasked with eliminating the world’s most dangerous criminals. After taking a three-year maternity leave, she returns to the field, balancing high-stakes missions with the everyday demands of family life. Her carefully guarded double life is put at risk when Tae-seong is assigned to investigate the mysterious assassin known only as Kingfisher. Combining high-stakes action with the everyday realities of marriage and parenthood, A Bona Fide Killer explores what happens when extraordinary responsibilities collide with ordinary family life.The series adds another genre-defying Korean drama to Rakuten Viki’s growing library, reflecting the platform’s commitment to bringing compelling stories from across Asia to viewers in Southeast Asia. The series also marks the highly anticipated television return of Kong Hyo Jin, one of South Korea’s most celebrated actresses. Her return has been one of this year’s most anticipated casting announcements, following a career defined by critically acclaimed performances and enduring audience appeal. Widely recognized for acclaimed dramas including Master’s Sun, It’s Okay, That’s Love, The Producers, When the Camellia Blooms and When the Stars Gossip, Kong takes on one of the most unconventional roles of her career as a skilled assassin determined to protect both her family and her secret identity.
Joining her is Jung Jun Won who recently won over audiences worldwide with his breakout performance in Resident Playbook. After years of building a reputation through memorable supporting roles in character-driven dramas such as VIP, Jung steps into his first project following the hit medical series in a role that further showcases the emotional depth that made him a breakout favorite. The cast is further strengthened by veteran actors Sung Dong Il and Lee Sang Yi. Behind the series is director Yoon Jong Ho, known for his cinematic storytelling and emotional character work as the co-director of acclaimed hits Flower of Evil and Lovely Runner. Bringing his signature blend of suspense and heartfelt emotion to A Bona Fide Killer, Yoon elevates the series with a distinctive visual style that balances pulse-pounding action with intimate family drama. The growing global appeal of Korean dramas continues to be driven by stories that refuse to stay within a single genre. A Bona Fide Killer is no exception, pairing the intensity of an action thriller with the warmth and unpredictability of family life to create a series that is both entertaining and emotionally grounded.
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Alexa Ilacad And The S.O.S.H. Girls Near Their Redemption Behind The Photo Leaks Fallout In The Finale Of ‘Miss Behave’
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Alexa Ilacad and the rest of the S.O.S.H. Girls are closing in on their quest for redemption as they round out their plans to seek revenge on those who leaked their private photos and the anguish it caused in the finale episode of “Miss Behave”, now streaming on iWant. Before the finale, lead star Alexa took the opportunity to express her gratitude to everyone who has supported “Miss Behave” since its premiere last June 3. She also celebrated how the series sparked meaningful conversations on social media for its empowering portrayal of women, the cast’s standout performances, and the viral TikTok edits inspired by its most memorable scenes.
“I want to say thank you so much sa lahat ng sumuporta sa show naming ‘Miss Behave.’ We appreciate all your comments, feedback, and the TikTok edits you do online. We appreciate your efforts in making us trend all the time. It’s been a wonderful journey, and sadly, all things must come to an end,” said Alexa. Leading to its finale episode, Marla (Alexa) reconciled with April (Andi Abaya) upon finding out that she helped leak her private photos due to her boastful reputation. But with the past set aside, Marla, alongside April, Isobel (Reign Parani), Nyx (Xyriel Manabat), and Daphne (Rans Rifol), sets her sights on prom night to unveil to the whole school the vile behavior of Cole (JC Alcantara) and his friends behind the photo leaks scandal. The cast also got together for a watch party last August 5 as they culminated the finale of their iWant original which consistently listed itself as one of the most watched shows on the platform.
Catch the finale of “Miss Behave” now streaming exclusively on iWant, the Home of Filipino Feels. Viewers can stream all its episodes through iWant subscription plans starting at Php35 per month in the Philippines, and US$4.99 per month in the United States (until October 31, 2026) and for the rest of the world.
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National Selection Shows For Eurovision Song Contest Asia To Be Streamed On YouTube
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Eurovision Song Contest Asia has officially announced that its series of National Selection Shows will be streamed on the official Eurovision Song Contest YouTube channel where you can be part of the landmark moment for Pan-Asian music on the global stage — from watching each of the participating country's National Selection Shows to helping decide the songs that will make it to Bangkok, Thailand on November 14, 2026.
Every National Selection Show will have its own format, but all have one thing in common — showcasing the musical talent of their respective countries while finding a song to represent them on the Eurovision Asia stage. The National Selection Shows will be held on the following dates.
• August 11, 2026: Rhythm of Bhutan 🇧🇹 (Bhutan Broadcasting Service (BBS) — Bhutan)
• August 30, 2026: Philippine Selection Night 🇵🇭(ABS-CBN — Philippines)
• September 4, 2026: Korea’s Next Wave 🇰🇷 (ENA — Republic of Korea)
• September 19, 2026: Nepal Decides 🇳🇵(Himalaya TV — Nepal)
• September 23-24, 2026: Sieng Lao: The One 🇱🇦 (Vientiane Capital Television (VTE9) — Laos)
• September 27, 2026: Thailand’s Chosen One 🇹🇭 (Channel 3 — Thailand)
• September 30, 2026: Voice of Bangladesh 🇧🇩 (NTV — Bangladesh)
In addition, Malaysia, through TV3 + TonTon OTT, will announce the artist that will represent the country at the inaugural Eurovision Song Contest Asia on August 15, 2026 via AJL: Anugerah Juara Lagu (Song Championship Award), an annual music competition show in Malaysia. More National Selection Shows and their dates will be announced in the coming weeks.
Each National Selection Show will be incorporated with Eurovision's Rest Of The World vote where viewers from different parts of the globe will cast their votes and help decide which song will be represented in the Eurovision Song Contest Asia while watching on YouTube. More details on voting will be revealed closer to the date of each National Selection Show. For more news and updates on the inaugural Eurovision Song Contest Asia, visit the competition's official website at https://www.eurovision.com/asia/.
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kiOra Makes International Debut In Kuala Lumpur, Releases Music Video For Debut Single ‘Coco’
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Emerging Japanese girl group kiOra marked a major milestone last August 1, 2026 with their first-ever overseas performance, taking the stage as the opening act at CENTRAL MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT FESTIVAL 2026 in KUALA LUMPUR at Zepp. First introduced at HEAD IN THE CLOUDS Music & Arts Festival in TOKYO 2026 hosted by 88rising at Makuhari Messe, the four-member pop group which brought together top talent from Japan, Korea, Europe, and the US represents a fresh musical movement the group describes as “Tokyo Hyper City Pop” – fusing the sounds of hyperpop with the melodic charm of city pop.
Performing before an enthusiastic audience in Kuala Lumpur, kiOra delivered their first international stage appearance, marking an important step in the group’s global journey. Following the performance, the members shared their thoughts.
• OTO: “Getting to perform kiOra’s first song ‘Coco’ and sing it together with everyone was amazing! Jom jumpa lagi!”
• KYLA: “Thank you to everyone who came today! It was the best. The ‘Coco’ MV is coming out soon, so please get ready to watch and rewatch! Can’t wait to meet again.”
• RUKA: “I was so happy to hear your cheers during our first overseas performance. I hope we can sing ‘Coco’ together again!”
• YU: “I was energized by today’s CENTRAL performance. I’ll keep doing my best to share our first single ‘Coco’ with even more people around the world!”
Continuing to make waves on the global stage, kiOra recently released their first single “Coco”, now streaming worldwide on digital music streaming platforms, which draws on the phrase “in my core,” combined with the Japanese words “ima coco (here and now)”. This is to highlight that your true self is in the moment, not some distant ideal. The track is an anthem to finding the courage to move forward before you feel ready. The core of kiOra’s sound, Tokyo Hyper City Pop, was shaped by four accomplished producers and songwriters: her0ism, Yaeji, Mechatok, and Kanata Okajima.
her0ism, deeply involved with kiOra since the project’s inception, is a producer known for writing with top artists in Japan and abroad, including BLACKPINK’s LISA, XG, Arashi, and NEWS. The production team also features Yaeji, the globally acclaimed artist, producer, and DJ known for her collaborations with Sampha, Charli XCX, and Dua Lipa. Last year she attracted major attention with her official remix of Hikaru Utada’s “Mine or Yours.” Mechatok, a leading producer of the hyperpop scene based in Berlin and London, is known for his work with V8 (SEVENTEEN), FKA twigs, fakemink, and Bladee. Finally, the team was joined by one of Japan’s foremost songwriters, Kanata Okajima, who’s behind numerous hits for BTS, Namie Amuro, and more. As production progressed, Los Angeles-based songwriter Chelsea Warner joined the team (known for work with EXO, (G)I-DLE, and KiiiKiii). The recording took place at StudioBeat3, founded by multi-platinum engineer IRKO, whose credits include The Weeknd and many others. Vocal production was handled by renowned vocal director Ashley Alish.
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Wish 107.5 Celebrates 12 Years Of Music And Stories With ‘Wish Date: Unchanging Glass’
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Wish 107.5 is celebrating 12 years of music and stories and it is commemorating the milestone with a concert experience like no other as “Wish Date: Unchanging Glass”, presented in partnership with KDR Music House, takes place on August 23, 2026 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. “Unchanging Glass” is the 21st installment of Wish Date, a concert series that has built a following for blending film, live acting, and live music into one unforgettable night.
The short film of the same name is set to premiere at the event. It follows three people stuck in a place they can’t move past and the difficult choices that come with holding on for too long. The “Unchanging Glass” short film stars Zaijian Jaranilla, Yukii Takahashi, and Aljon Mendoza with supporting performances from Monina Lawrence, Sharmaine Suarez, and Chikki Magbitang. Throughout the short film, there will be live music and live acting segments that are set to bring even more emotion to life — and make the characters even more relatable. For the upcoming 12th Wish anniversary special, the audience can expect top-notch performances from musical guests The Juans, dwta, Renz Verano, and Pops Fernandez. This lineup of veteran and contemporary OPM acts will perform a setlist that complements the film’s themes of love, loyalty, and letting go. Tickets to “Wish Date: Unchanging Glass” are available exclusively via Ticketnet.
Wish Date is one of the many ways Wish 107.5 has pushed past the boundaries of traditional media. When it first went on air on August 10, 2014, it unveiled the Wish Bus, a state-of-the-art mobile studio that hosts live performances and radio broadcasts. The music sessions performed on the Wish Bus are also recorded and made available on demand through the Wish YouTube channel which now has over 16 million subscribers.These live performances are called “Wishclusives” and are a major category at the annual Wish Music Awards (WMAs). The awards show honors the best Wish Bus performances, song releases, and artists who made a mark in the past year. The WMAs also incorporate the concept of wish granting with major-award winners donating Php100,000 to charity.
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Lala Vinzon Marks DNA Music Debut With Two New Songs
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Soul-pop singer Lala Vinzon unveils two new singles “Ako At Ikaw Lang” and “Karma” as she expands her music journey with ABS-CBN’s alternative-rock record label DNA Music. Lala self-penned the tracks that were produced by DNA Music label head Gab Tagadtad.
“Ako At Ikaw Lang” is a pop-alternative love song about two people defying judgment and choosing each other no matter what others say. Lala captured the rush of young love in its intimate, emotional, and proudly romantic lyrics. Her performance video for the song premiered on ABS-CBN Star Music YouTube channel last July 31. Meanwhile, “Karma” is a reggae track that blends humor, storytelling, and social commentary. In a TikTok post, Lala said that the song is based on a popular tongue twister but there is a darker meaning to it. The singer-songwriter used the perspective of a child witnessing a parent’s infidelity and its consequences. It was written in Tagalog, Kapampangan, and Hiligaynon, celebrating Filipino culture while conveying that every action has consequences in the end.
Named first runner-up in ABS-CBN’s first season of “The Voice Teens” under Coach Bamboo, Lala is also a pianist, actress, and lifestyle influencer. Her music centers on self-discovery and female empowerment. Lala’s “Ako At Ikaw Lang” and “Karma” singles are now available worldwide on various digital music streaming platforms.
